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JURNAL REKAYASA KIMIA & LINGKUNGAN
ISSN : 14125064     EISSN : 23561661     DOI : https://doi.org/10.23955/rkl.v18i2.34018
The Journal of Chemical Engineering and Environment is an open access journal that publishes papers on chemical engineering and environmental engineering. The following topics are included in these sciences: Food and biochemical engineering Catalytic reaction engineering Clean energy technology Environmental and safety technology Fundamentals of chemical engineering and applied industrial engineering Industrial chemical engineering Material science engineering Process and control engineering Polymer and petrochemical technology Membrane technology Agro-industrial technology Separation and purification technology Environmental modelling Environmental and information sciences Water and waste water treatment and management Material flow analysis Mechanisms of clean development
Articles 319 Documents
The Effect of Filler Content on Mechanical Properties of Polypropylene/Clay Nanocomposites Rihayat, Teuku; Alam, Pocut Nurul
Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan Vol 7, No 1 (2009): Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan
Publisher : Chemical Engineering Department, Syiah Kuala University, Banda Aceh, Indonesia

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This study investigated the effect of filler content on mechanical properties of polypropylene. There are synthesis clay and un-synthesis clay used as filler content. Different ratio of clay in polypropylene to study which ratio has a better mechanical property. The tensile test was carried out using INSTRON5565 and the maximum stress, strain, and modulus of elasticity observed. The experimental results showed that polypropylene/clay nanocomposite has a higher maximum stress compare to pure polypropylene and un-synthesis clay. Besides that modulus of elasticity of specimen calculated and finds that it increased with increment filler content and strain did not affect by filler. The synthesis clay filled into polypropylene will have a better mechanical property. Keywords: nanocomposite, polypropylene, synthesis clay
Pemisahan Unsur Samarium dan Yttrium dari Mineral Tanah Jarang dengan Teknik Membran Cair Berpendukung (Supported Liquid Membrane) Amin, Amri
Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan Vol 7, No 1 (2009): Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan
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he increasing use of rare earth elements in high technology industries needs to be supported by developmental work for the separation of elements. The research objective is fiercely attracting and challenging considering the similarity of bath physical and chemical properties among these elements. The rate separation of samarium and yttrium elements using supported liquid membrane has been studied. Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) with pore size of 0.45 m has been used as the membrane and di(2-ethylhexyl) phosphate (D2EHP) in hexane has been used as a carrier and nitric acid solution has been used as receiving phase. Result of experiments showed that the best separation rate of samarium and yttrium elements could be obtained at feeding phase of pH 3.0, di(2-ethylhexyl) phosphate (D2EHP) concentration of 0.3 M, agitation rate of 700 rpm, agitation time of 2 hours, and nitric acid and its solution concentrations of 1.0 M and 0.1 M, respectively. At this condition, separation rates of samarium and yttrium were 64.4 and 67.6%, respectively. Keywords: liquid membrane, rare earth elements, samarium, yttrium
Gas Absorption by Alkaline Solution in a Cyclone Scrubber: Experimental and Modeling Study Mariana, Mariana; Sumida, K.; Satake, T.; Maezawa, A.; Takeshita, T.; Uchida, S.
Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan Vol 7, No 1 (2009): Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan
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Experimental and modeling studies have been conducted on a CO2 absorption in a cyclone scrubber operated at room temperature. The effects of parameters such as the initial concentration of alkali in the solution and the liquid gas ratio on the CO2 absorbed flux were experimentally and theoretically investigated. A theoretical study has been performed using a mathematical model based on the absorption in the liquid droplet with instantaneous reaction, in the inlet duct of the cyclone and in the cyclone itself. The results from the model were compared with experimental data and showed satisfactory agreement. Keywords: CO2 removal, mathematical model, wet cyclone scrubber
Analisis Logam Berat Pb dan Cd dalam Sampel Ikan dan Kerang secara Spektrofotometri Serapan Atom Supriatno, Supriatno; Lelifajri, Lelifajri
Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan Vol 7, No 1 (2009): Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan
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The analysis of heavy metals Pb and Cd concentrations in fish and oyster have been carried out by atomic absorption spectrophotometer (AAS) method. The wet digestion method was used for preparation sample prior to AAS detection. Sample was collected from three different location rivers at Lamnyong, Pantee Pirak and Lumbago. The result showed that the Pb and Cd concentration in fish and oyster at difference location were obtained not difference significantly. Pb and Cd contents in fish and oyster were found below lethal concentration. The AAS instrument was still valid to use as the instrument which is obtained of accuration of 0.65% and precise of 0,019 ppm still lower than threshold value of 1% and 0.04 ppm.Keywords: atomic absorbance spektrophootometry, fish, kerang, heavy metal
Water Quality Assessment in the Tsunami Areas of Banda Aceh Suhendrayatna, Suhendrayatna; Marwan, Marwan; Munawar, Edi; Zaki, Muhammad
Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan Vol 7, No 1 (2009): Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan
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Water quality assessment in the tsunami-affected areas conducted in Meuraxa and Kutaradja sub-districts in the area of Banda Aceh City. Water samples were collected in October 2006 from dug wells of tsunami-affected areas. These were characterized for various physical and chemical parameters. Water quality in the selected areas has shown that the surface water was contaminated due to the tsunami. Total Dissolved Solid, Total Suspended Solid, Acidity, and salinity were high in the affected areas indicating saline water intrusion into surface water tables. Dug wells in the highly affected locations showed higher values of heavy metal ions like Mn, Pb, Cu, Fe, Zn, and Cu compared to the reference points. No ion Hg was found in all samples. Keywords: Banda Aceh, heavy metals, tsunami, water quality
Bioactive Potential and Antioxidant Activity of Blood Clam (Tegillarca granosa L.) Protein for Functional Food Applications Hasan, Tahirah; Alim, Nur; Salim, La Ode Agus
Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan Vol 19, No 2 (2024): Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan (December, 2024)
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This study investigates the antioxidant potential and protein content of the blood clam (Tegillarca granosa L.), a marine species rich in bioactive compounds that could serve as a functional food source. Antioxidants play a crucial role in combating free radicals, which are linked to various degenerative diseases. This research aims to quantify the protein content and evaluate the antioxidant activity of blood clam extracts to assess their potential for functional food applications. The study utilized the Lowry method to measure protein content and the DPPH assay to assess antioxidant activity. Blood clam samples were collected from the coastal region of Pangkep, South Sulawesi. Protein levels were determined using UV-Vis spectrophotometry, while antioxidant activity was quantified by IC50 values. Results indicate that blood clams contain 21.75% protein, with an IC50 antioxidant value of 17.935 0.360 g/mL, which, while lower than ascorbic acid (IC50 = 2.34 g/mL), demonstrates substantial antioxidant activity. This studys unique contribution to the functional food field lies in identifying blood clams as a promising source of both protein and antioxidants, with potential health benefits related to oxidative stress prevention. The practical implications highlight blood clam's suitability as a natural functional food ingredient aimed at supporting overall health.
Kinetic Model of Chemical Organic Matter Removal in Facultative Pond Set A in Domestic Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Bojongsoang, West Java Novia, Fanny; Herliana, Erika; Saepurohman, Jeni
Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan Vol 19, No 2 (2024): Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan (December, 2024)
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Kinetic models are widely used to predict the performance of biological treatment systems. The facultative ponds are applied as a biological treatment for domestic wastewater in the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) located in Bojongsoang, Bandung Regency, West Java. This study aims to evaluate the suitability of several kinetic models for the chemical oxygen demand (COD) removal process that occurs in facultative ponds in WWTP Bojongsoang. The best kinetic model will provide a more accurate predictions of COD effluent concentrations in facultative ponds. Data series of COD influent and effluent concentration were collected from field data of water quality monitoring monthly from years 2019 to 2022. The kinetic models used in this study were the first-order kinetic model combined plug flow pattern, the first-order kinetic model with continuous stirred tanked reactor flow pattern, the plug flow k-C* model, and the Stover-Kincannon model. Model accuracy was evaluated using statistical methods by calculating the mean average percentage error (MAPE) to compare model data with measured observation data. The COD effluent prediction showed that the Plug Flow k-C* model had the smallest MAPE for both facultative ponds, namely 28.3% for facultative pond 1A and 30.2% for facultative pond 2A. Kinetic rate values for both facultative ponds using plug flow k-C* model respectively, 0.1818 m/day for F1A and 0.1750 m/day for F2A.
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Separation Study Using Chemically Activated Serpentine as an Adsorbent Dhedia, Muhammad Fannka; Mahidin, Mahidin; Husin, Husni; Hisbullah, Hisbullah; Razali, Nasrullah; Reza, Alvan Ade; Hadi, Abdul
Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan Vol 19, No 2 (2024): Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan (December, 2024)
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The increase in carbon emissions resulting from industrial activities has become a major concern for environmental and climate conditions. Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) represents a significant effort to mitigate the CO2 problem. Aceh Province possesses a potential distribution of serpentine, which may serve as an effective material for CCS applications. This study evaluates the effects of gas flow rate, particle size, sorbent weight, and pressure on CO2 adsorption using chemically activated serpentine. The activation process involved hydrochloric acid (HCl) at three concentrations: 8%, 9%, and 10%, with particle sizes of 50 mesh, 100 mesh, and 150 mesh. Activation was conducted at room temperature with an acid-to-serpentine ratio of 10:1 for 30 minutes. Adsorption tests were performed at ambient temperature under pressures of 2, 3, and 4 bar, with adsorption times of 30, 60, and 120 minutes. Results indicate that activated serpentine treated with 9% HCl and a particle size of 150 mesh achieved the highest performance, demonstrating an adsorption efficiency of 33.01% and an adsorption capacity of 82.22% (0.0488 g CO2/g adsorbent) at a pressure of 2 bar. Both the Langmuir and Freundlich isotherm models closely fit the data (R = 1). This study concludes that HCl activation significantly enhances the capacity and efficiency of serpentine as a CO2 adsorbent.
Extraction of Natural Dyes from Cocoa Pod Husk (Theobroma cacao L.) using Ultrasound Assisted Extraction as a Natural Fabric Dye Utami, Herti; Harahap, Katrina; Pista, Annisa Fitria; Azizah, Ara Annastasya; Marlina, Arlin; Darni, Yuli; Ginting, Simparmin br
Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan Vol 19, No 2 (2024): Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan (December, 2024)
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Natural dyes are one of the popular choices for textile dyes today. One part of the plant that has the potential to produce natural dyes is cocoa pod husk (Theobroma cacao L.) because it contains several secondary metabolite compounds, such as tannin which produces a brown color. The extraction method used in this research is Ultrasonic Assisted Extraction (UAE). This study aims to obtain the highest yield of natural dye extracts from cocoa pod husk by varying solvent types, extraction time, and material-to-solvent ratios using the UAE method. In addition, the types of compounds contained in extracts of natural dyes and color results on cotton fabrics were also obtained. The extraction process was carried out using several types of solvents, namely methanol, ethanol, acetone, and distilled water with varying extraction times of 30, 60, and 90 minutes. The research results show that the solvent that can extract the best natural dyes was ethanol with a yield of 11.43% and an extraction time of 90 minutes. Variable ratios of material to 96% ethanol solvent were also observed, namely at ratios of 1:5, 1:6, 1:7, and 1:8 for extraction times of 30, 60, 90, and 120 minutes. The research results were obtained for the ratio of material to ethanol solvent; 1:8 (w/v) and extraction time 120 minutes with a dye yield of 12.29%. The results of the UV-visible spectrophotometry analysis were obtained that the maximum wavelength of cocoa pod husk extract was 656.5 nm with an absorbance of 0.532. The results of the Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) analysis were obtained that the dye compound in the cocoa pod husk was tannin. Tannin compounds are natural dyes that can be applied to fabrics and will reduce the use of synthetic dyes. The application of dye extracts to cotton fabrics produced a brown color.
Vanillin from food flavoring products as a cheaper alternative hydrophilic agent for modifying PVDF membranes in the treatment of organic compounds in water Nurbayani, Nurbayani; Ambarita, Aulia; Mulyati, Sri
Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan Vol 19, No 2 (2024): Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan (December, 2024)
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Membrane fouling is an unavoidable challenge in ultrafiltration, resulting in reduced flux and increased operating costs. Surface modification of polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) membranes can improve hydrophilicity and extend membrane lifetime. This study investigates vanillin from food flavoring product (VFFP) as a hydrophilic additive for PVDF membranes to enhance antifouling properties. The immersion precipitation phase inversion method was used to prepare membranes with 0-3% (w/w) vanillin. The results of FTIR analysis of VFFP show similarity in absorption peaks with commercial vanillin. The addition of 3% w/w VFFP to PVDF membrane can improve the hydrophilicity by reducing the contact angle from 86 to 76.26. Membrane performance showed good results with modified membranes having higher water fluxes than unmodified membranes. In addition, higher flux recovery ratio (FRR) values indicated better antifouling properties.The addition of vanillin significantly improved the performance of PVDF membranes, confirming its use as a hydrophilic additive.

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